Course variations

Course summary

Focusing on the art and craft of visual storytelling, Fellows receive instruction from professional cinematographers while learning how to move an audience with their visual interpretation of the narrative.Classroom training, stage lighting workshops, digital video, HD video and 16mm and 35mm film exercises provide Fellows with practical experience and training. Fellows graduate adept at making fast, informed and inspired creative decisions.hree short narrative projects are at the core of the First Year. With training in new media technology incorporated throughout the curriculum--from pre-visualization to advanced image manipulation and control--Fellows develop their storytelling skills by photographing narrative projects on digital video. In the Second Year, Fellows team to shoot 30-minute thesis productions, which may be photographed in a variety of formats. Completion of the Cinematography thesis portfolio also includes the shooting of a short MOS 35mm project.

Program modules

PRN 510: Introduction to Cycle Production - Boot Camp,PRN 511: Cycle Production I,PRN 512: Cycle Production II,PRN 521 and 522: Narrative Workshop and Analysis ,CIN 511 and 512: Cinematography Workshop,CIN 521 and 522: The Art and Craft of Cinematography/Dramatic Analysis,CON 511 and 512: Master Seminars ,CON 521 and 522: American Approaches to Film , PRN 610: Thesis Production - Cinematography,CIN 611 and 612: Advanced Cinematography Workshop, CIN 621 and 622: Advanced Art and Craft of Cinematography , CIN 670: Internship Practicum,CIN 690: Thesis Portfolio - Cinematography,CON 621 and 622: World Approaches to Film

Entry requirement for international students

Students should have a bachelor's degree. Applicants must have a demonstrated passion for narrative filmmaking. A demonstrated desire to collaborate with other artists in a rigorous Conservatory environment. A demonstrated experience and/or educational background related to the discipline to which they are applying. Applicants most have ability to supply portfolio (submission) materials conveying skill and experience in the applicant's desired discipline. All applicants are expected to be at least 21 years of age. Scores of TOEFL are also required.

Qualification

Masters

Awarding body

AMERICAN FILM INSTITUTE CONSERVATORY

Department name

American Film Institute Conservatory